I would like to better my analysis and comprehension of a text skills
I hope to gain a better knowledge about how to structure a paper so that it helps not only the reader, but myself to write a better paper.
To add another layer of perspective to my writing
I want to expand upon my knowledge of the English language.
I hope to improve my research skills by completing the major course assignment: Medievalist for a Semester.
It's been said this course is difficult, and i'm hoping the challenge of it will allow me to improve in critical thinking, writing, and reading skills for the future.
I want to develop people skills in the real world.
Skills specific to class
To gain knowledge on the subject so I can form my own opinions on the subject
To use my knowledge of this time period to enhance my own literary skills.
Learning about the different weapons used during the middle ages
Understanding the religion based around this time
Gain more knowledge of Arthurian legends and just learn anything about the stories in general.
Learn more of this history and information of the time period to be able to portray this area in history in story writing in a more accurate manner.
Read and learn more mythology throughout the course.
Understanding the literature used in the Middle Ages, because we all know it is not always straight forward.
Learn about the various cultures that we will be reading about, and how the interacted with each other through text.
I hope to do research about this time period and I know that taking this course is going to allow me to do that without becoming overwhelmed with where to start.
I hope to actually understand the texts because I know that it is all translated and not everything translates very well.
To gain knowledge and appreciation for the Middle Ages, and the texts that emerged from that time period
To find connections between the course texts and my favorite authors/texts
To widen my knowledge of literature to earlier than I have learned about before in my education.
To come up with a quality piece of written work (the medievalist for a semester) to possibly use in the future as a writing sample.
To introduce myself to some authentic (not translated) medieval text. This is simply to challenge myself.
To gain a better understanding of literature from the Middle Ages and to read a lot about the people and culture during that time.
I'm a big fan of history, and I'm absolutely lost in terms of the Medieval Period. It'll be nice to provide contexts to stories related to the covered events.
I enjoy the genre immensely, and am curious to see the difference between fact and fiction.
To gain a better understanding of the history behind medival culture and how it compares to society's/pop culture's perspective
To learn how language structure and terminology has changed as time went on.
Study Skills
Have perfect attendance and not make up bullshit reasons as to why I can't be here
My goal for this class is to be well prepared and always have my book and tablet with me for every class
My goal is to make sure i do all of my homework because I don't want to fall behind in this class, because I'll get stressed out.
Participating is another one of my goals. I will try not to sit here in silence!
I hope to take reliable notes while I read to save for memorization and for my future after this class.
I want to keep up with the readings for class discussion and Wiki posts, so I actually walk away with understanding of the readings.
I hope to manage my time so I have more than enough time to finish my assignments with my best work.
I would like to find better ways to manage and complete reading requirements on time
Participating in class because I don't always feel comfortable/confident when speaking up.
To make sure I interact more in-depth with the professor about issues that may arise than I have in prior classes.
My first goal would be ti make sure I come prepared everday. It shouldn't pose a problem because I always come to classes prepared. I just have to make sure to bring my tablet just in case because using my phone is quite difficult.
Another goal would be to make sure I participate in every class, whether it's just with questions or comments. Like you said, it's important for you to know who I am by the end of the semester
To become better at checking my online accounts and keeping up with them.
I hope to get better at time management.
Learning knowledge of the catholic faith during the medival time period and able to teach others if they are puzzled and confused about the middle ages. As well as learning the catholic traditions seeing as I am not catholic but respect all aspects of Christianity.
To maybe even want to learn to teach middle ages and the aspects of the normal traditions when I decide to become a middle school teacher. Have a succesful sememster and appreciation of the middle ages.
Other
I hope to have fun I this class. Reading has always been a struggle for me which makes it hard for me to enjoy my classes and readings. This year I'd like to enjoy this class and the texts I read.
To gain ideas and be inspired by the topics that we cover to help in terms of story writing as well as gain skills in writing about this area of interest.
To work with fellow classmates who share my goals and learn about their perspectives
Enjoy the class.
I want to feel like I learned something useful.
I am a hopeless romantic, and enjoy this aspect of literature. (Yes, I live vicariously through prose)
Skills specific to class
Study Skills
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